Mr. Contreras has experienced pain in his elbow, which could be caused by a bone spur or tendon issues. His problems stem back to April, when Phillies team physician Michael Ciccotti, MD, recommended surgery.
The surgery is season-ending, but Mr. Contreras hopes to begin pitching again next season.
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